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Foreign Secretary @trussliz told @MarosSefcovic that EU proposals to resolve Northern Ireland protocol problems "would take us backwards" and lead to "more checks and paperwork" #brexit #NIprotocol

"As a responsible government" the UK would have "no choice but to act", if the EU refuses to show "requisite flexibility", @trussliz threatened @MarosSefcovic, according to the statement from the Foreign Office. #brexit #NIprotocol

EU is convinced the UK intends to "embark on the path of unilateral action", says @MarosSefcovic following his phone call with @trussliz this morning. #brexit #NIprotocol

UK unilateral action "will undermine the conditions which are essential for Northern Ireland to continue to have access to the EU single market for goods", @MarosSefcovic warns. #NIprotocol #brexit

Šefčovič: "Living up to international obligations is a necessity. Working side-by-side in a constructive manner is of utmost importance." #brexit #NIprotocol